In loving memory of

Carolyn Garzetta Bell
January 15, 2017

Carolyn Garzetta Mosby Bell, age 100, of 929 North 9th Street, Quincy, departed her life at her daughter Sheila's home, 632 North 7th Street, Quincy on Sunday, January 15, 2017.

She was born October 6, 1916 in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of James Abraham Garfield Mosby and Susan Benjamin Mosby. In November of 1943, she married Eugene Clifford Bell in Palmyra, MO. He preceded her in death on October 12, 1968.

She was a member of Bethel A.M.E. Church and was on the Usher Board. She was a 1935 graduate of Quincy High School and worked as a housekeeper at Blessing Hospital for 18 years retiring in 1984. Mrs. Bell was known for her hairdressing skills which started at a young age while living in Kansas City, MO. She was also known for her homemade Fudge.

Survivors include her 9 children: Cynthia Bell, Clarice Lewis (Paul), Sheila Bell (Don), and Susan Bell, all of Quincy, Eugene Bell (Joyce) and Charlotte Bell of Galesburg, IL, Terrell Bell, Sr.(Jonna), of Canton, MO, Devin Bell (Katrina) of Midwest City, OK, Tylain Bell (Lori) of College Park, GA; a special nephew, Quentin Bolden of Serven, MD; her niece, Virginia Bailey of New Haven, CT; 20 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren, and numerous cousins and friends.

In addition to her husband Carolyn was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Lewis, and her son, Michael Bell; a brother, James Mosby; 4 sisters, Yetive Bolden, Florine Signor, Louise "Babe" Mosby, and Geraldine Mosby; 2 grandchildren, Toshia and Darrell Jr Humphrey; one great granddaughter, Kanesha Watson, and a special cousin, George Mosby.

Funeral Services: 1:00 pm Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with Rev. James Hailey, III officiating.

Burial: Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois

Visitation: 4:00 - 7:00 pm Friday, January 20th at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home

Memorials: Bethel A.M.E Church

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Hansen-Spear Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

Tributes

Jackye Watson wrote on Jan 22, 2017:

"To the Bell family: "The LORD gave and the LORD has take away, may the name of the LORD be praised." Job 1:21 (NIV) You and the community were truly blessed to have Ms. Carolyn with us for over 100 years. She was one-of-a-kind in knowledge and wisdom. She was one of the sweetest and humblest people I knew. Always had a smile. We all have to pass this life in order to enter into that heavenly eternal life, and like Sister Bell, we must be ready. Although Ms. Carolyn is no longer with us physically, she will forever remain in our hearts."

Deidre Bailey wrote on Jan 20, 2017:

"My thoughts and prayers goes out to the entire family. I met Aunt Carolyn once, she was a very beautiful, loving and gentle soul."

Jackie Fletcher wrote on Jan 20, 2017:

"Thoughts and prayers go out to you from our family the call Evan Duvall and Darling Nicole and Vela"

Glenda Oliver & Family wrote on Jan 19, 2017:

"Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Bell family. ICON Mrs. Carolyn Bell was the epitome of a strong "good" christian woman. She has touched many lives in the Quincy community and will be forever missed. Memories shared and the love that she displayed to our family will forever remain in our hearts. May the consoling arms of God enfold you, and the compassionate heart of GOD comfort and strengthen you. Absent form the body, but you are now present with the LORD. Rest in the heavenly gardens of paradise ICON MRS. CAROLYN BELL. From The Oliver Family Midwest City, Oklahoma "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4"

Raymond Bryson wrote on Jan 18, 2017:

"Offering my sincere condolences to the Bell family. Ms. Carolyn was One-Of-A-Kind & will never be forgotten. I have much love for this entire family! (Ray-Ray)"

Nathalie Hawkins wrote on Jan 18, 2017:

"We are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Carolyn was a caring lovely lady. Please accept our condolences. Nathalie Hawkins & Family"

Ruth E Hammond wrote on Jan 18, 2017:

"We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The daughters of Walter & Thelma Hammond"

Treston Perkins and Family, wrote on Jan 18, 2017:

"We're so sorry about Miss Carolyn's passing. She was such a kind and genuinely sweet lady. May God Bless your family and bring you peace at this time. Our love and prayers, Treston & Eloise Perkins and Family, Dallas, TX"

Treston Perkins and Family, wrote on Jan 18, 2017:

"We're very sorry for your loss. Miss Carolyn was so kind and such a genuinely sweet person. You're very much in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May God Bless you and bring you peace. Treston & Eloise Perkins and Family"

Delinda french wrote on Jan 18, 2017:

"We are sorry for your loss you all are in our thoughts and prayers. The French famly"

Ronald Green wrote on Jan 17, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers to the entire Bell Family. Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms. John 14:1-2 Love, Ronald & Jenivett Green & Family"

Ronald & Jenivett Green wrote on Jan 17, 2017:

"Condolence and our thoughts and prayers to the entire Bell Family! Love, Ronald & Jenivett Green & Family Las Vegas, Nevada"

Eric and Pam Lewis wrote on Jan 17, 2017:

"We are so sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers goes out to all of Ms. Carolyn family and friends"

Joni Mosby and family, Jazmyn and Curtis jr. wrote on Jan 17, 2017:

"Im so sorry for your loss. She was a great woman. Praying for the family during this difficult time."

Kathy and Rich Dochterman wrote on Jan 17, 2017:

"We are so very sorry for your loss of your beloved Carolyn. We will keep all of you in thought and prayers."

Jerolene Benton Harris wrote on Jan 16, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. You have our sincere sympathies. She was a very sweet lady. I will never forget her hot combing our hairs. From The Benton Family"